High resolution stock photo captures view of the Amer Fort compound with royal courtyard. Also known as the Amber fort, cradled on the top of the Aravalli Hills, the fort is a pearl on the crown of the pink city Jaipur. Famous for its elephant rides, the sound and light shows, over five thousand tourists visit the Amer Fort every day and bask in its royal splendor. This historic fort was built in the year 1592 by Raja Man Singh, one of the most trusted generals of Mughal emperor Akbar, with red sandstone and marble. The attractive, opulent palace is laid out on four levels, each with a courtyard. Designated as a UNESCO World Heritage site for its architectural significance, the fort is a famous medieval monument and a reflection of Rajputana style architecture, a fine example of the craftsmanship of the Rajput artisans. The forts and palaces built by Rajasthani royals are symbols of power, wealth, and bravery in rich abundance that these Indian kingdoms once constituted. Checkout other premium stock royalty free images of Rajasthan forts and palaces to enhance your creative and commercial endeavors.